Stinnramm Trees

Stinnramm trees grow primarily in the Forest Caverns of Taungoun. Their bark is strong, unbreakable without the help of a Diamond-Tipped Axe
There are legends spread about what may happen to curious children who dare to climb the limbs of a Stinnramm, and even adults who attempt to chop one down without a diamond-tipped axe. These stories lead many to believe that the trees themselves are sacred or even cursed, but some know that the Elves are the origin of these myths and think that they are only scare tactics to keep greedy hands off their trees and out of their forests.
Many terrible weapons can be fashioned out of the wood of a Stinnramm tree due to the fact that it is not easily broken by any material other than a diamond-tipped axe.

Additional Information

Geographic Origin and Distribution

These trees are mainly known to grow within the Forest Caverns of Taungoun. It is unknown if they can thrive elsewhere. According to the resident Elves, it is no use to attempt farming them in any other location. Some think the Elves only say this so that they can mitigate exploitation of the precious plant.

Lifespan

These trees live for hundreds of years. It takes at least fifty years for one of its seedlings to grow into a strong tree with impenetrable bark. Before the tree matures, it is just like any other ordinary tree that can be snapped in half with any axe.

Conservation Status

The Dwarven Elves work hard to protect their Stinnramm Trees. If there is a Stinnramm tree, you'll most likely find a Dwarven Elf somewhere near it. If you attempt to climb the tree or otherwise tamper with it, they will have a trick up their sleeve or a task for you to accomplish before they are able to 'deem you worthy' of whatever you were attempting to do. These Elves wish not for people to take their trees or attempt to plant seeds elsewhere because they want the trees to themselves. They know the power of the trees and understand that many will go to great lengths in order to acquire even a piece of its bark. They use this to their advantage and often glean a pretty penny from those who are looking to use the material.

Average Height

Fully matured, these trees can grow to heights of over fifty feet tall.

Average Weight

The trees are very heavy. Even a broken branch of one can weigh about fifty pounds. This is due to the strong material and composition of its trunk.

Geographic Distribution

• Forest Caverns of Taungoun

Related Ethnicities

• Cavern-Dwelling Dwarves